Waterfall Hikes Near Virginia City, NV

904 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Virginia City? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Virginia City. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.3074°N, -119.6483°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Virginia City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 6 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Virginia City is flowing strongly today

Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing Jumbo Falls Moderate Twenty Six Foot Drop Strong

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 69°F

Sat 64°F Sunny
Sun 62°F Sunny
Mon 69°F Sunny Best
Tue 73°F Sunny
Wed 74°F Sunny
Thu 73°F Sunny
Fri 74°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Virginia City

Updated 37 minutes ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Twenty Six Foot Drop Strong · 177 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Jumbo Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Eagle Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 1st percentile
  4. 4 Horsetail Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Sawyier Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Virginia City (2 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

47.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Virginia City (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Virginia City

Jumbo Falls waterfall

Jumbo Falls

Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

47.8 miles away
California
Easy
2.0 miles 400 ft
Sawyier Falls waterfall

Sawyier Falls

45 miles away
California
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Twenty Six Foot Drop

Nevada
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horsetail Falls waterfall

Horsetail Falls

41.4 miles away
California
Moderate
3.0 miles 600 ft
Bassi Falls waterfall

Bassi Falls

47.7 miles away
California
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Virginia City

Are there free waterfalls near Virginia City?

There is 1 free waterfall near Virginia City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Virginia City?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Virginia City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Virginia City?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Virginia City, including Bassi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Virginia City?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Virginia City, including Bassi Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Virginia City?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Virginia City, including Bassi Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Virginia City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Virginia City is Bassi Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Virginia City?

The tallest waterfall near Virginia City is Bassi Falls at 109 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Virginia City require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Virginia City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Virginia City?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Virginia City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Virginia City?

The closest waterfall to Virginia City is Jumbo Falls, approximately 3 miles away.

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